Closer
Tegan and Sara · 2012
46 min · 10 tracks · indie pop
An infectious blend of upbeat synth-pop and catchy hooks that redefines indie dance music for a new generation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Closer (Sultan & Ned remix) Start here — This remix amplifies the original's euphoric energy while adding a fresh electronic layer that captures the essence of dance music trends at the time.
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Closer (Morgan Page Talk Is Cheap remix) — This version merges melodic elements with club-ready beats, showcasing how the song transcends its indie roots to appeal to mainstream audiences.
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Closer (Yeasayer remix) — Yeasayer's take introduces experimental textures and world music influences, illustrating the flexibility of the song's core while appealing to an alternative crowd.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for dance energy
- vibrant remixes for upbeat moods
- joyful background for social gatherings
- exploration of diverse soundscapes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer singer-songwriter intimacy
- seek slow, reflective moments
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — The single 'Closer' solidified Tegan and Sara's commercial success post-'The Con'.
- Themes
- electronic evolution· mainstream breakthrough
- Career context
- By the time 'Closer' was released in 2012, Tegan and Sara were enjoying a period of commercial success following their breakthrough album 'The Con' in 2007. This remix album showcases their single 'Closer,' which became a pivotal track in their career, solidifying their presence in the mainstream pop landscape and highlighting their evolution toward more electronic sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Concretes· Jenny Lewis· Chvrches
Tracklist
- 1 Closer (Sultan & Ned remix) Start here 5:51
- 2 Closer (Morgan Page Talk Is Cheap remix) 3:30
- 3 Closer (Until the Ribbon Breaks remix) 4:54
- 4 Closer (The Knocks remix) 4:33
- 5 Closer (Bradley Hale remix) 4:32
- 6 Closer (Yeasayer remix) 3:46
- 7 Closer (Walla remix) 5:48
- 8 Closer (Damian Taylor remix) 3:30
- 9 Closer (Ted Gowans remix) 4:09
- 10 Closer (C-Ro & Sofa Tunes remix) 5:52
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Gossamer
Passion Pit
Shares the same upbeat synth-pop vibe with catchy melodies and an electronic edge.
The Bones of What You Believe
Chvrches
Combines infectious hooks with a polished electronic sound, echoing themes of mainstream appeal.
Hurry Up, We're Dreaming
M83
Explores expansive synth landscapes and emotional depth, paralleling the evolution in indie dance music.
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